The district is one of the oldest, largest, and most successful enhanced service districts in the nation. Initially founded in 1988 as an informal group of downtown property owners and managers, the Downtown Portland Clean & Safe District was later formalized in city code in 1991. The district underwent several renewals in the 1990s before Portland City Council decided to renew the district every 10 years in 2001.
Need service? Call 503-388-3888
Hours of Operation:
Cleaning Services:
Every day from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Public Safety Services:
Available 24/7
In an emergency, call 9-1-1 for an immediate response.
Non-emergency calls to Portland Police, call 503-823-3333.
For all other City of Portland information, issue reports, and service requests, call 3-1-1 or 503-823-4000.
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Property owners within the district pay a fee to raise money that supplements publicly-financed services for neighborhood improvement including cleaning, security, market research, public space activation and retail advocacy.
The Downtown Portland Clean & Safe district is a 273-block enhanced service area in Downtown Portland.
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Portland is getting two new Uniqlo locations. The Japanese retailer is planning to open at Washington Square in Tigard and Fox Tower in downtown Portland. Great news for the region as we continue to attract global brands to the Portland metro area.
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Photo: PBJ
Every year, we ask downtown Portland businesses how we`re doing, and their answers shape everything we do. Our 2025 Downtown Business Survey is in, and the results show a downtown that`s gaining momentum.
Swipe to see what businesses say draws them downtown and how they rate our services. Then read the full report at the link in bio for the complete picture.
We`re excited to share that Director Park has another plan to keep Portlanders busy during the warm summer afternoons ahead. Clay Commons` ceramics market is coming to Director Park every Wednesday from June through September, featuring up to 25 local ceramic artists, studios, and independent makers.
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Catch the latest from Emily Halvorson, Director of Downtown Activations with Downtown Portland Clean & Safe, and stay in the know with Street Beat— our monthly newsletter bringing you the inside scoop on everything happening in downtown Portland’s Enhanced Services District, from new businesses and community events to safety updates and local spotlights.
Read the latest edition and subscribe with the link in our bio/stories.
Last chance! We are currently seeking florists and artists to create installations, retailers and venues to host them, and sponsors to help fund expanded programming. Applications close April 3. Link in bio to learn more.
Looking for the perfect date night? Check out Can Can`s Carnival of Curiosities for dazzling performances, craft cocktails, and 21 years of cabaret all in the heart of Old Town. Now showing at the New Paris Theatre through May 24.
Visit @cancanportland for tickets!
Cherry blossom season is officially here! This year, our friends at @lansuchinesegarden, @portlandchinatownmuseum, and @JAMOpdx are offering buy-one-get-one-free admission through April 3 when you show your cherry blossom selfie at the door. Snap those pics and come enjoy Old Town this week.
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The Portland Business Alliance (Portland Metro Chamber, Downtown Portland Clean & Safe, and Partners in Diversity) offices will be closed for spring break, March 23–27.
Downtown Portland Clean & Safe services will continue operating as usual during this time.
We will be back on March 28th. See you then!
Our Team
Meet the individuals committed to overseeing the Downtown Portland Clean & Safe District, and its essential programs and services.
ENHANCED SERVICE DISTRICTS (ESD)
Collectively, Downtown Portland Clean & Safe, Lloyd ESD, and Central Eastside Together serve and support Portland’s central city. From local shops to restaurants, hotels to music and art venues, these three ESDs create vibrant and economically healthy districts by supporting the people who live, work and play in the districts.
Our Partners
The work of the Downtown Portland Clean & Safe District could not be accomplished without the collaboration of our partners.
Thank you to our important partners:
